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Step 2b, install hood beneath soffit, Installation instructions, Step 2b alternate mounting method – GE ZV48R User Manual

Page 12: Install hood to soffit or beneath cabinets

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Installation Instructions

STEP 2B Alternate Mounting Method

“A”

“B”

Centerline to Stud

Hood Width

and Keyhole Slots

At the Top

ZV48R

23-9/16"

47-15/16"

ZV36R

17-9/16"

35-15/16"

ZV30R

14-9/16"

29-15/16"

INSTALL HOOD TO SOFFIT OR BENEATH CABINETS

SKIP THIS STEP IF USING WALL MOUNTING
METHOD

When necessary, the hood may be installed so that it is
supported by the soffit.
• The soffit should be constructed with 2 x 4’s.
• Determine the installation location on the wall.
• Continue the centerline forward on the bottom of the

cabinet or soffit.

• The opening above the hood should allow for the 10"

round duct and clearance to slide the hood back
against the wall.

A

Requires 10-1/2" Min.
Opening For Ductwork

and Hood Installation

A

• The 2 x 4 studs must be located as shown in the chart,

Dim. A. to accept mounting screws.

IMPORTANT: Soffit framing must be capable
of supporting up to 150 lbs.

• Drill 1/8" pilot holes into the studs at the locations

shown in the top view illustration.

Install Transition Onto Top of Hood

• Place the transition piece over the hood exhaust and

secure with 4 screws provided.

• Use duct tape to seal the connection. Check to be sure

the damper moves freely.

Mount Hood onto Soffit or Cabinet
Note:

If mounting to the underside of a cabinet with a

recessed bottom, install shims to fill the gap.

IMPORTANT: Remove
shipping tape from
damper and check that
damper moves freely.

Duct

Transition

Top of

Hood

• Drive mounting screws into the studs until they

protrude 1/4". The 1/4" gap will provide clearance to
engage the keyhole slots in the top of the hood.

• Lift hood to installation position. Locate house wiring

and route through the knockout (from the back or
top of the hood).

• Lift hood onto mounting screws. Slide back against

the rear wall.

• Tighten mounting screws.

IMPORTANT: For additional support and to
minimize vibration during operation, the hood
must be secured to the back wall. Use wall anchors
to fasten bottom back of hood to the wall.

2"

7-1/2"

A

C

B

2-9/16"

8"

8-1/8"

6"

Back of Hood

Top View

Front of Hood

1/4" Gap

Push Back
to Wall

Add Shims
If Bottom
Is Recessed

Back
Wall

Soffit

Engage Top

Keyhole Slots